2019 HONDA HR-V towing

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 40 Airbags P. 50
2Instrument Panel P. 79
Indicators P. 80 Gauges and Displays P. 112
2Controls P. 131
Clock P. 132 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 134
Opening and Closing the Windows P. 160
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 163
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 198
2 Features P. 223
Audio System P. 224 Audio System Basic Operation P. 230, 251
Customized Features P. 341, 348 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 363, 386
2 Driving P. 417
Before Driving P. 418 Towing a Trailer P. 423
Braking P. 497 Parking Your Vehicle P. 504
2Maintenance P. 511
Before Performing Maintenance P. 512 Maintenance MinderTM P. 515
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 564
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 573
Tools P. 574 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 576
Overheating P. 591 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 593 Fuses P. 598
2 Information P. 607
Specifications P. 608 Identification Numbers P. 610
Emissions Testing P. 613 Warranty Coverages P. 615
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Contents
Child Safety P. 64Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 77Safety Labels P. 78
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 154 Security System P. 157
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 162
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 185 Adjusting the Seats P. 187
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 209 Climate Control System* P. 213
Audio Error Messages P. 319General Information on the Audio System P. 325
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 424 When Driving P. 426 Honda Sensing®* P. 454
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 505 Refueling P. 507 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 509
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 523 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 535
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 549 Battery P. 560 Remote Transmitter Care P. 562
Cleaning P. 565 Accessories and Modifications P. 570
Engine Does Not Start P. 585 Jump Starting P. 588 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 590
Emergency Towing P. 603 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 604
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 611 Reporting Safety Defects P. 612
Authorized Manuals P. 617 Customer Service Information P. 618
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 131
FeaturesP. 223
DrivingP. 417
MaintenanceP. 511
Handling the UnexpectedP. 573
InformationP. 607
IndexP. 620
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P573)
Flat Tire (P576)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P593)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P585)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P598)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P591)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P603)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .......................... 418
Maximum Load Limit........................ 421
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 423
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 424
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 426, 429
Precautions While Driving................. 432
Continuously Variable Transmission.. 433
Shifting .................................... 434, 436
ECON Button ................................... 440
Cruise Control
*................................ 441
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ...............444
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 446Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control
SystemTM*............................................. 448Tire Pressure Monito ring System (TPMS) ....449Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 452
Honda Sensing ®
*.............................. 454
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 457
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)......... 467
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 480
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System .. 489
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 494
Radar Sensor ................................... 496
Braking Brake System ................................... 497
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 502
Brake Assist System ......................... 503
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 504
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 505
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 507
How to Refuel ................................. 508
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 509
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Informatio n label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For exampl e, if the “XXX” amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 608
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 608
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
422
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer. 2 Towing a Trailer P. 423
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 603
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 574
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 576
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 585
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak ....586
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 587
Jump Starting .................................... 588
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 590
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 591 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 593
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 593
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 594
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 595
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 595 If the Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 596
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 597
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 598
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 602
Emergency Towing ........................... 603
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 604
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